Six ski areas in the Poconos offer great beginner trails as well as ski and snowboard lessons that make learning easy and fun!
Conveniently located about two hours' driving distance from New York City and Philadelphia, the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania is the perfect backdrop for your first time skiing or first time snowboarding. Our six ski resorts love to welcome beginners, and they all offer world-class programs, ski lessons and snowboarding lessons to introduce you to the slopes. Whether you’re signing up your kids or looking to get into downhill winter sports for the first time an adult, our instructors are some of the best in the industry, welcoming guests with a smile and walking you step-by-step through everything you need to know to start safely enjoying yourself on the trails.
Ski lessons in the Pocono are offered a la carte or as part of packages that may include lift tickets and ski and snowboard equipment rentals. A beginner ski package is generally the most cost-effective way to get on the mountain and master the basics with help from professionals. Keep reading to find the lesson that's just right for you. We hope to see you on the slopes in the Poconos this winter and for many winters to come!
Learn one-on-one with a pro! Each mountain offers private lessons with experienced instructors who provide coaching tailored to your individual learning pace and skill level. With personalized instruction, you'll be gliding down the mountain in no time. Click below to learn more about private lessons at Pocono ski areas:
Blue Mountain Resort
Big Boulder Ski Area & Jack Frost Mountain
Camelback Mountain
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
Kid's Lessons
Kid's Lessons
Get your kids out onto the mountain to learn how to ski or snowboard! Pocono ski resorts offer a variety of interactive and fun lessons taught by some of the best instructors in the country. Children's programs are available for guests ages four and older; minimum age varies by mountains and season. Your kids will fall in love with winter sports as so many others have over the years in the Pocono Mountains. Click below to explore camps and children's ski programs in the Poconos:
Group lessons are a great introductory way to get into skiing or snowboarding. You’re placed into groups with other first-timers in a similar ability and age range. Group lessons are usually offered at different times throughout the day and are typically 45 minutes to an hour long. Click below to find details about group ski lessons in the Poconos:
Blue Mountain Resort
Big Boulder Ski Area & Jack Frost Mountain
Camelback Mountain
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
Advanced Lessons & Adult Programs
Advanced Lessons & Adult Programs
If you're already comfortable on the slopes, Pocono ski areas offer travel teams and developmental programs as well as advanced lessons to help you hone your skills. Explore the themed weekend learning and competitive travel team programs at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area or sign up for group ski or snowboard instruction for adults at Big Boulder Ski Area and Jack Frost Mountain.
Après Ski Dining
Après Ski Dining
They're not called snow sports for nothing! After your time working off some energy on the slopes, you'll want to treat yourself to a hearty meal. Luckily there are delicious area restaurants for après ski dining either onsite or close at hand. Find some of the best places to eat after skiing or snowboarding in the Poconos:
Get out of the city, take a short drive to the Poconos, and begin your skiing or snowboarding journey! Be sure to check each ski area's website ahead of time to confirm hours and offerings, and even book your lesson, rentals, lift ticket or package online. Keep an eye on snow conditions in the area, take advantage of special offers, and reserve ski and stay packages at local lodgings. Browse our blog for even more tips for your first time skiing or snowboarding, and find out what you need to know for ski season opening and which ski resort is right for you.
